1911 Pistol review with Jerry Miculek

Published on April 25, 2013
Duration: 32:03

Jerry Miculek provides an in-depth review of the 1911 pistol platform, tracing its history from military adoption to modern competition. He highlights its evolution with features like compensators and high-capacity magazines, and reviews specific Smith & Wesson models. The demonstration showcases the 1911's speed potential with impressive split times.

Quick Summary

The 1911 pistol platform, adopted by the US Army in 1911, is renowned for its robust design and crisp single-action trigger. Modern competition variants feature high-capacity magazines and compensators, enabling elite shooters like Jerry Miculek to achieve split times as low as 0.11 seconds.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Safety
  2. 00:381911 Platform History
  3. 01:27Original Specs & WWII Production
  4. 04:16Evolution: Compensators & Barrel Weights
  5. 05:41Modern Race Guns & High Capacity
  6. 07:18Smith & Wesson 1911 Variations
  7. 11:10S&W E-Series & Tactical Features
  8. 12:371911 Ammunition History
  9. 14:48Live Fire Demo & Split Times

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the 1911 pistol platform so significant?

The 1911 is highly regarded for its historical significance, having been adopted by the US Army in 1911. It's known for its robust design, excellent ergonomics, and the crisp single-action trigger, making it one of the most copied and enduring handgun platforms ever created.

How has the 1911 evolved for modern competition shooting?

Modern competition 1911s often feature enhancements like compensators to reduce recoil, heavier slides for smoother cycling, and high-capacity magazines (up to 29 rounds) in calibers like 9mm and .38 Super, significantly improving speed and control.

What are some key features of Smith & Wesson's 1911 models?

Smith & Wesson offers a range of 1911s, including standard models with external extractors, Performance Center hand-fitted versions for precision, and the E-Series which adds tactical features like accessory rails, night sights, and aggressive checkering.

What kind of shooting speeds are achievable with a 1911?

With proper technique and a well-tuned 1911, professional shooters like Jerry Miculek can achieve incredibly fast split times. He demonstrated firing six rounds in just 0.66 seconds, averaging around 0.11 seconds per shot.

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